James Blackburn
4.9
United States•
6:50 PM (GMT-05:00)
English
672
9.003
English
672
9.003
Speaks
English
Native
,French
C1
,Japanese
B2
,Hindi
B1
,Spanish
B1
About Me
Hi, I'm James! 👋
Open your English potential with me. 🔓
✅ Tailor made lessons. ✅ IELTS Prep. ✅ Business English ✅ Real Results✅ Constant Feedback
Many teachers are just starting their journey, I bring 32 years of Global Education, experience and a Master's degree in TESOL directly to your screen.
I use proven methods and materials sharpened over thousands of lessons to help you speak fluently and confidently in professional and social settings.
Why choose me?
Unmatched Experience: 26 years in schools/universities + 10,000+ hours online.
Academic Excellence: Double Master’s Degree holder.
The Vibe: Relaxed, fun, and 100% supportive.
Book a trial and let’s get started!!!
Read MoreOpen your English potential with me. 🔓
✅ Tailor made lessons. ✅ IELTS Prep. ✅ Business English ✅ Real Results✅ Constant Feedback
Many teachers are just starting their journey, I bring 32 years of Global Education, experience and a Master's degree in TESOL directly to your screen.
I use proven methods and materials sharpened over thousands of lessons to help you speak fluently and confidently in professional and social settings.
Why choose me?
Unmatched Experience: 26 years in schools/universities + 10,000+ hours online.
Academic Excellence: Double Master’s Degree holder.
The Vibe: Relaxed, fun, and 100% supportive.
Book a trial and let’s get started!!!
My trial lessons
Assess, Plan, Execute
I will build your roadmap to fluency.
I will assess your speaking, grammar, and vocabulary levels using a relaxed conversation method.
We will discuss exactly what you need English for (Business, Travel, Exams, or Daily Life).
Just sit back and learn!
Read MoreI will build your roadmap to fluency.
I will assess your speaking, grammar, and vocabulary levels using a relaxed conversation method.
We will discuss exactly what you need English for (Business, Travel, Exams, or Daily Life).
Just sit back and learn!
Trial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a few days 
8 years ago 
100.00%9.003 
20.2 lesson average
4.9 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
British English
Résumé
Education
2018 - 2021
Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics And TESOL
Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge, UK
Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages
2016 - 2018
Masters of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
INTERNATIONAL IBEROAMERICAN UNIVERSITY - USA/Puerto Rico
Linguistics
Work Experience
2011
English Language Teacher
National University of Colombia - Colombia
I have been using a combination of Content-based instruction, Communicative approach to language learning as well as, the Action-oriented approach. As far as procedure is concerned, a peer learning methodology has been emphasized leading students towards becoming responsible for their own learning and also becoming autonomous learners.
2003 - 2006
ALT, Assistant Language Teacher
Niigata Board of Education - Japan
Teaching English in all its forms to Junior and High School students.
2001 - 2003
English Language Teacher
NSG, College of Foreign Languages, Tourism and Airline. - Japan
Teaching English for specific purposes and in general.
1995 - 2000
Certifications
2014 - 2015
Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages
INTESOL WORLDWIDE - England
Linguistics